Senior Teaching Technician: Manufacturing (Digital)

University of the West of England; West of England; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

The University of the West of England seeks an experienced Manufacturing (Digital) Technician to manage our 3D printing facilities, operate and maintain manufacturing equipment, and provide hands-on training to support practical classes, student projects and research.

Based at the Frenchay Campus, this full-time on-site role will support engineering students and staff, and emphasizes CPD and ongoing professional development.

Qualifications

• Degree in a relevant subject area with evidence of CPD.
• Experience with 3D printing facilities and manufacturing equipment.

Responsibilities

• Manage 3D printing facilities and manufacturing equipment.
• Provide hands-on training to support practical classes, student projects and research.

Skills

3D printing

Equipment maintenance

Education

Degree in relevant subject area

CPD evidence

Job description

About You

We are seeking an experienced Manufacturing (Digital) Technician who will manage 3D printing facilities, operate and maintain manufacturing equipment, and provide hands‑on training to support practical classes, student projects, and research.

We particularly welcome candidates who can bring not only strong technical expertise but also a passion for supporting and mentoring the next generation of engineers. We highly value candidates who have a background and knowledge that can help develop our aspiring student engineers.

We particularly welcome candidates to apply who identify as female or non-binary. The School has held Athena Swan Bronze award since 2015 and has recently had this renewed with a new Action Plan for gender equity in School of Engineering across our staff and student community.

We have a global outlook, through our international and national partnerships and the respective diversity of our staff and students. The School of Engineering is committed to creating a safe and inclusive working environment for all, and we are passionate about creating teams with diversity of thought and lived experience.

The successful applicant will have a degree level qualification in the relevant subject area, with evidence of Continuing Professional Development (CPD).

Applications will be considered from wide range of technical, industrial, practical and process experience. Candidates should be able to showcase evidence of their continuous professional growth in relevant subject areas.

Where you will be working

UWE Bristol is a campus-based University, with vibrant campus communities that are central to student life.

In this role, you'll be based at our modern Frenchay Campus where we've invested in state‑of‑the‑art facilities designed to help both staff and students succeed.

This role is based on campus for all your time.

Why UWE Bristol?

We are one of the largest providers of Higher Education in the South West with 38,000 students and 4,000 staff from right across the globe. Based in vibrant Bristol , our ambitions are to make a positive difference to our planet, transforming futures through actions and solving real world challenges.

We offer a wide range of employee benefits including progressive pay rates, very generous annual leave and career average pension schemes as well as retail savings, onsite nursery and opportunities for training and personal development.

Add your individuality to ours

UWE Bristol recognizes the power of a truly diverse university community.

We're part of a vibrant, multicultural city and welcome talented people from all backgrounds. Diversity is our strength, enhancing creativity, decision‑making, and problem-solving. Join our supportive community and thrive.

We particularly encourage applications from global majority and female candidates as we are currently under‑represented in this area, however all appointments are made strictly on individual merit.

As a Disability Confident employer we welcome applications from those who identify as having a disability.

Further information

If you would like to speak to us to find out more about this role, please contact Geoff Sims on 0117 3287429 or email: [e-mail] Or Timi Salako on 0117 3283511 or email: [e-mail]

Interviews are scheduled to take place at our Frenchay Campus. More details will be communicated to shortlisted candidates.

This is a full‑time, permanent post working 37 hours per week.

Salary offers are made in line with the University’s salary assessment guidelines, reflecting your relevant skills and experience in parity with colleagues.

Right to Work in the UK

If offered a role, you will need to provide valid documentation confirming your right to work in the UK before employment begins. Guidance on acceptable documents is available via the Home Office Right to Work Checklist .

Please note that UWE Bristol does not cover any visa or health surcharge costs.

Next Steps

We'd love to hear from you - if this role excites you, please complete our application form as soon as possible and tell us how your skills and experience meet the criteria listed in the Person Specification, using clear and relevant examples wherever possible.

We'll keep you informed of the outcome by email once shortlisting is complete.